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How likely is an indoor cat to get worms?

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Created: 2022-06-05 10:06:14

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Both indoor cats and outdoor cats are at risk of contracting worms. Infestation depends on the type of worm, but most often, cats get worms by coming into contact with fleas, eggs or infected particles in feces. Fleas are carriers for tapeworm eggs. 27 мар. 2019 г.


Can an indoor only cat get worms?

Can Indoor Cats Get Worms? The answer is yes. Unfortunately, even cats that never venture outside are still at risk for intestinal parasites like tapeworms and roundworms.

How common house cats get worms?

Indoor cats will hunt just about anything in your home. Rodents, insects, and other household pests harbor worm eggs, which are passed on to your cat when he devours them. Mice and the common house fly are just two of the many critters that can carry roundworms eggs.

How do I know if my indoor cat has worms?

Symptoms of Worms in Cats1Vomiting (sometimes with worms in the vomit)2Diarrhea (with or without blood)3Tarry feces.4Weight loss.5Distended abdomen.6Skin lesions.7Generally poor body condition and a dull coat.

Do indoor cats need worming?

Indoor Cats Because fleas can carry worms, your indoor cat should be wormed as well. It's better to be safe than sorry, and both flea and worm treatment is easy and safe, whereas elimination of parasites once they have taken hold can be more complicated.

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